The Use of Bone Hook in the Retrieval of Tibial Bony Cut.
Technical Tip

Faraj AA*

Journal of Orthopedics & Bone Disorders (JOBD)
ISSN: 2577-297X

Short Communication

The Use of Bone Hook in the Retrieval of Tibial Bony Cut. Technical Tip

Authors: Faraj AA*

DOI: 10.23880/jobd-16000257

Volume 8, Issue 1

Abstract

Total ankle replacement, is technically demanding. Intraoperative malleolar fracture may result because of levering on the malleoli whilst removing the distal tibial cut. The technique described of using bone hook to retrieve the distal tibial bone cut is safe and easy.

Keywords: Total Ankle Replacement; Technique; Tip; Hook; Bone; Tibial

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